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Ministry of Defence
Contract Signed for Modernisation of Radar and Missile Systems of Delhi Class of Indian Navy Ships
The contract for modernisation of “Air Defence Complex Kashmir and Radar Fregat MAE” on P-15  of ships was signed between the Ministry of Defence, India and JSC Rosoboronexport, Russian Federation on September 12, 2019. The modernisation of Radar and Missile systems would substantially enhance the Air Defence capability of the P-15 Ships.
As part of the scope of work under modernisation, major overhaul and refurbishment of sub systems would be undertaken in India. In addition, manufacturing of critical hardware would also be undertaken in partnership with the Indian industry.
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DRDO Chairman to be Chief Guest at IIST Convocation on Saturday
The 9th convocation of Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology , Valiyamala, Thiruvananthapuram will be on 4th September 2021 via web streaming.
Dr. G Satheesh Reddy, Chairman, Defence Research and Development Organization  and Secretary, Directorate of Defense Research & Development  will be the Chief Guest and will deliver the convocation address. Dr. B N Suresh, Chancellor, IIST will preside over the function. Dr. K Sivan, Chairman ISRO, President IIST Governing Body will address the function. The report on IIST activities will be presented by S. Somanath, Director, IIST.
A total of 223 students will be awarded. 106 students will be awarded B.Tech degrees, 89 students will be awarded M.Tech degrees and 12 students will be awarded PhD degrees. 16 students of Dual Degree program will be awarded a degree in their specialization.
Gold medals will be awarded to the first rank winners in UG and PG programs. The Certificate of Excellence Award and Cash Prize will be presented to the students who have excelled in academic, curriculum and extra-curricular activities. The event can be viewed through the 'Microsoft Teams' and through the IIST YouTube channel.
Ministry of Culture
CCRT of M/o Culture has laid special emphasis on multilingualism & multiculturalism to impart components of NEP-2020 in its training programmes
Centre for Cultural Resources and Training, CCRT, an autonomous body under Ministry of Culture, has been working on the mandate of linking education with culture, across the country.
CCRT has designed its Training Programmes focusing on promotion and preservation of Indian Tangible and Intangible Cultural Heritage, Literary Heritage, Folk/Tribal Art & Culture  and Craft Traditions with special emphasis on multilingualism & multiculturalism keeping in view recommendations of NEP-2020. CCRT has undertaken the pioneering role to impart the components recommended in NEP-2020 in its all Training Programmes. Teachers from all part of the country participate in CCRT Training Programmes and hence, its benefits reaches at the grass-root level. In CCRT Training programmes, teachers are encouraged to promote their local culture including Tribal Art and Culture during the session on regional presentation. CCRT also conduct lecture/lecture-demonstration session/practical classes on Indian Languages and Literature -core of Indian Culture - Relevance of Multilingualism: with reference to NEP-2020.
Other Akademies under Ministry of culture has also provided the requisite material for art and cultural education as and when requests received from Ministry of Education.
This reply was given by Minister of Culture, Tourism and Development of North-Eastern Region Shri G Kishan Reddy in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Defence
DELIVERY OF 50TON BOLLARD PULL TUG “BALBIR” TO NAVAL DOCKYARD MUMBAI BY M/S HINDUSTAN SHIPYARD LTD
Contract for construction of 50Ton Bollard Pull Tugs was concluded with M/s Hindustan Shipyard Ltd, Visakhapatnam in Feb 19. The Fourth tug in the series, “Balbir” has been delivered to Naval Dockyard, Mumbai on 24 Jan 22. These tugs have been designed and built under the classification rules of Indian Register for Shipping  with a service life of 20 years and are capable of assisting large naval ships, including Aircraft Carrier and Submarines in berthing, un-berthing, turning and manoeuvering in confined waters and in harbour. They also provide afloat firefighting cover/assistance to ships alongside/anchorage and have limited capability for Search and Rescue operations.
Induction of 50Ton Bollard Pull Tugs has significantly augmented the auxiliary support services and enhanced the capability to meet high operational requirements of Fleet assets of Indian Navy. With all major and auxiliary equipment/system sourced from indigenous manufacturers, these tugs are proud flag bearers of “Make in India, Make for the World” initiatives of Ministry of Defence in consonance with “Atmanirbhar Bharat”. Tugs “Veeran” and “Balraj” have been inducted on 22 Oct 21 and 31 Dec 21 at Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam respectively and “Balram” on 30 Oct 21 at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai. Despite unprecedented challenges posed due to the impact of 1st and 2nd wave of the Covid-19 pandemic, M/s Hindustan Shipyard Ltd has put in untiring and concerted efforts to deliver these tugs to Indian Navy.
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Ministry of Railways
Railway Constitutes High Power Committee to Look Into Concerns of Candidates Over NTPC CBT-1 Result
Candidates May Submit their Grievances to Committee till 16th February, 2022
A high power committee has been formed to look into the concerns and doubts raised by candidates in regard to the results of 1st Stage Computer Based Test  of Centralized Employment Notification CEN 01/2019 of Non Technical Popular categories  issued by Railway Recruitment Boards  on 14-15 th January 2022.
The Committee will go into following issues raised by candidates and give recommendations :
1. Results of 1st Stage CBT of CEN 01/2019  and methodology used for shortlisting candidates for 2nd Stage CBT without affecting existing shortlisted candidates
2. Introduction of 2nd Stage CBT in CEN RRC 01/2019
The candidates can lodge their concerns and suggestions to the committee at following email id:
rrbcommittee@railnet.gov.in
All Chairpersons of RRBs have also been directed to receive the grievances of candidates through their existing channels, compile these grievances and send the same to Committee.
Candidates are given three weeks time upto 16.02.2022 to submit their concerns and committee after examining these concerns will submit their recommendations by 04.03.2022.
In view of above the 2nd Stage CBT of CEN 01/2019  beginning w.e.f. 15th February 2022 and 1st Stage CBT of CEN RRC 01/2019 beginning w.e.f. 23rd February stands postponed.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID - 19 Vaccination Update - Day 508
India’s cumulative vaccination coverage crosses 194.41 Crore
More than 12 lakh Vaccine doses administered today till 7 pm
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 194.41 Crore  today. More than 12 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered till 7 pm today. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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10407391
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2nd Dose
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10044944
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Precaution Dose
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5329993
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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18420038
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2nd Dose
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17591801
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Precaution Dose
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8999957
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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34661724
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2nd Dose
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18233135
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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59685883
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2nd Dose
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46458690
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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557412621
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2nd Dose
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492641714
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Precaution Dose
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1225855
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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203295468
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2nd Dose
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191424443
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Precaution Dose
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1632175
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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127126512
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2nd Dose
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119426781
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Precaution Dose
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20098944
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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1011009637
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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895821508
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Precaution Dose
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37286924
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Total
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1944118069
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 7th June, 2022 
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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44
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2nd Dose
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520
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Precaution Dose
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13082
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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105
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2nd Dose
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778
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Precaution Dose
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32901
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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95369
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2nd Dose
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243121
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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33245
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2nd Dose
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102392
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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35004
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2nd Dose
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351535
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Precaution Dose
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55068
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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5359
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2nd Dose
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74120
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Precaution Dose
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40021
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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4310
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2nd Dose
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51904
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Precaution Dose
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147941
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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173436
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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824370
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Precaution Dose
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289013
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Total
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1286819
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
Spreading Awareness on Organic Food
Organic foods are safe, healthy and free from chemical and pesticides. There has been shift in demand for organic products, especially fruit and vegetables in the cities due to increased awareness about organic food in consumers including younger generation.
Government of India  has been promoting Organic farming in the country through through dedicated schemes of Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana  and Mission Organic Value Chain Development in North East Region  since 2015. Farmers are provided financial assistance  for organic inputs such as seeds, bio/organic fertilisers, bio-pesticides, botanical extracts etc. Support is also provided for capacity building i.e training of farmers, certification, value addition and marketing of their organic produce. In addition, Organic cultivation on either side of River Ganga, large area certification and support for individual farmers have also been introduced under PKVY. Government have also launched a dedicated web portal- www.Jaivikkheti.in/. online marketing platform for direct sale of organic products to the consumers across the country.
In addition organic farming is also supported under Rastriya Krishi Vikas Yojana , Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture  and National Project on Organic Farming , Network Project on Organic Farming under Indian Council of Agricultural Research .
This information was given by the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shri Narendra Singh Tomar in a written reply in Rajya Sabha Today.
Ministry of Finance
Government Schemes for MSMEs & NBFCs creating significant impact - Sanctions under Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme cross Rs. 79,000 crore
The interventions by Government for MSMEs, have been gaining rapid traction. Under the Emergency Credit Line backed by a Government guarantee, Banks from Public & Private Sectors have so far already sanctioned loansworth over Rs. 79,000 crore as of June 20, 2020, of whichmore than Rs 35,000 crore has already been disbursed.
The top lenders under the Scheme are SBI, HDFC Bank, Bank of Baroda, PNB & Canara Bank.This has helped 19 lakh MSMEs & other businesses restart their businesses post the lockdown.As part of the Aatmanirbhar package Government had announced its plans for Rs. 3 lakh Crore as additional credit to MSMEs and small businesses.Such enterprises were to be eligible to receive upto 20% of their existing borrowing as additional loans at interest rates which were capped.
Separately,under RBI’s Special Liquidity Facility announced in March-April, 2020, SIDBI has sanctioned over Rs. 10,220 crore to NBFCs, Micro Finance Institutions & Banks for lending to MSME& small borrowers. National Housing Bank  has sanctioned its entire facility of Rs. 10,000 crore to Housing Finance Companies. This refinance by SIDBI & NHB is in addition to ongoing schemes through which over Rs. 30,000 crore has been sanctioned. NBFCs & MFIs are being further helped under the Extended Partial Guarantee Scheme where approvals have crossed Rs. 5500 crore. Transactions for another Rs. 5000 crore are under process of approval while certain other deals are currently under negotiation.
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Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
UK secretary of State for International Trade and India’s Environment Minister discuss India-UK collaboration on climate change and the 2030 Roadmap.
Shri Bhupender Yadav, Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change had a in-person meeting with UK Secretary of State for International Trade & COP26 Presidency Champion on Adaptation and Resilience, the RT Hon Anne-Marie Belinda Trevelyan on 12th January 2022.
In the Meeting, they discussed issues relating to India’s new commitments at COP 26, India-UK collaboration on climate change and the India-UK 2030 Roadmap.
In the Meeting, Shri. Yadav recalled the five nectar elements “Panchamrit” announced by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi at the sidelines of COP 26. He also mentioned about the two joint initiatives launched by UK and India, viz. One Sun One World One Grid  and Infrastructure for Resilient Island States .
The Environment Minister also mentioned about the role of the Developed Countries in combatting climate change, especially with regard to climate finance, technology transfer, and other implementation support, as mandated by the UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement.
“Historical cumulative emissions, high per capita annual emissions, equity and common but differentiated responsibilities and respective capacities  of UNFCCC for climate action are essential while we move ahead with the implementation of the NDCs and Paris Agreement goals.”, stated Shri Yadav during the meet.
Futher, Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change mentioned about the initiatives taken by India for tackling climate change, and which will also contribute towards India’s New Climate Goals announced by our Prime Minister. The major sectors include Renewable Energy, Green Hydrogen, e-mobilty,etc. He also emphasised the crucial role of the private sector in India’s efforts towards a credible pathway of low-carbon development to eventual net zero.
Both sides discussed on how to further strengthen partnership in R&D of cutting-edge technologies and the transfer of proven technologies to drive low carbon pathways. Both sides will also explore continuing to work on the success of COP26 by delivering concrete actions to achieve our commitments, through our bilateral cooperation.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Availability in States/UTs
More than 193.53 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 14.78 Crore balance and unutilized vaccine doses still available with States/UTs
The Union Government is committed to accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID-19 vaccination throughout the country. The nationwide COVID 19 vaccination started on 16th January 2021. The new phase of universalization of COVID-19 vaccination commenced from 21st June 2021. The vaccination drive has been ramped up through availability of more vaccines, advance visibility of vaccine availability to States and UTs for enabling better planning by them, and streamlining the vaccine supply chain.
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID19 vaccination drive, the Union Government will procure and supply  75% of the vaccines being produced by the vaccine manufacturers in the country to States and UTs.
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VACCINE DOSES
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SUPPLIED
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1,93,53,58,865
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BALANCE AVAILABLE
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14,78,63,865
More than 193.53 crore  vaccine doses have been provided to States/UTs so far through Govt. of India  and through direct state procurement category.
More than 14.78 Cr  balance and unutilized COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs to be administered.
Ministry of Finance
Auction for Sale  of  ‘4.26% GS 2023’, ‘New 10 year GS, 2031’ and  ‘6.76% GS 2061’
The Government of India  has announced the Sale  of
 ‘4.26% Government Security, 2023’ for a notified amount of Rs 3,000 crore  through price based auction,  ‘New Government Security, 2031’ for a notified amount of Rs 14,000 crore  through yield based auction, and  ‘6.76% Government Security 2061’ for a notified amount of Rs 9,000 crore  through price based auction. GoI will have the option to retain additional subscription up to Rs 6,000 crore against above security/securities. The auctions will be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai Office, Fort, Mumbai on July 09, 2021  using uniform price method for 4.26% GS 2023, New GS 2031 and multiple price method for 6.76% GS 2061.
Up to 5% of the notified amount of the sale of the Securities will be allotted to eligible individuals and Institutions as per the Scheme for Non-Competitive Bidding Facility in the Auction of Government Securities.
Both competitive and non-competitive bids for the auction should be submitted in electronic format on the Reserve Bank of India Core Banking Solution  system on July 09, 2021. The non-competitive bids should be submitted between 10.30 a.m. and 11.00 a.m. and the competitive bids should be submitted between 10.30 a.m. and 11.30 a.m.
The result of the auctions will be announced on July 09, 2021  and payment by successful bidders will be on July 12, 2021 .
The Securities will be eligible for “When Issued” trading in accordance with the guidelines on ‘When Issued transactions in Central Government Securities’ issued by the Reserve Bank of India vide circular No. RBI/2018-19/25 dated July 24, 2018 as amended from time to time.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
177.70 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
India's Active caseload currently stands at 92,472
Active cases stand at 0.22%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.59%
16,864 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 4,23,24,550
6,915 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
76.83 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 9,01,647 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Ministry of Food Processing Industries
28 Food Processing Projects worth over Rs 320 Crores Approved
Projects to Generate Employment for over 10,000 People
IMAC meeting chaired by Shri Narendra Singh Tomar
28 projects, with project costs of Rs. 320.33 crores, supported with a grant of Rs. 107.42 Crores by MoFPI, were approved under the CEFPPC Scheme by the Inter-Ministerial Approval Committee  meeting chaired by Shri, Union Minister, FPI.These projects spread over 10 states are likely to generate employment for nearly 10,000 people.
Shri Narendra Singh Tomar chaired the IMAC meeting through video conference to consider projects under the Scheme of Creation/Expansion of Food Processing and Preservation Capacities   under Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana  for necessary Grants-in-aid. Shri Rameswar Teli, MoS FPI, was also present in the meeting. Promoters of the scheme attended the meeting virtually.
These 28 projects will create a processing capacity of 1237 MT daily andare spread across the states of Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Maharastra, J&K, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, Assam, and Manipur.These 28 projects include 6 projects of north Eastern states with project costs of Rs. 48.87 crores supported with a grant of Rs. 20.35 Crores by MoFPI.
Ministry of Defence
Vijay Diwas celebration at National War Memorial Southern Command Pune
“Vijay Diwas 2020” was celebrated on 16 December 2020 with the customary pomp and fervor at National War Memorial, Southern Command, Pune. This day marks splendid victory achieved by India over Pakistan 49 years ago. The “GREATEST VICTORY EVER” saw the emergence of Bangladesh as an independent nation and India rose as a regional power to reckon with. With this decisive victory over a formidable opponent the Armed Forces of India once again affirmed themselves as a strong component of National power.
The 1971 Indo-Pak War began with Pakistan launching pre-emptive air strikes against 11 Indian airbases on 03 December 1971. The war was forced upon due to widespread genocide of people of East Pakistan carried out by an oppressive military regime under General Yahya Khan of Pakistan. The war, which was short and intense, was fought on both Eastern and Western fronts. The 13 days war resulted in complete surrender of Pakistan forces and the creation of Bangladesh. The Indian Armed Forces reigned supreme over the Pakistani military in the battle field. During the war, Southern Command valiantly defended the borders of the nation against any action by Pakistan. The notable battles which were fought in the area of responsibility of the Southern Army included the famous battles of Longewala and Parbat Ali where Pakistan’s armoured forces were destroyed by resolute Indian troops. The raid on Pakistani town of Chachro carried out by soldiers of the renowned 10 Para Commando Battalion led by Lieutenant Colonel  Bhawani Singh, the erstwhile ruler of Jodhpur state was another famous military action. These battles have showcased in fine examples of grit, determination and bravery of our soldiers.
To commemorate the occasion a wreath laying ceremony was conducted to pay homage to brave soldiers, airmen and sailors of the Indian Armed Forces who did not think twice before laying down their lives to protect the sovereignty and freedom of our great nation. The solemn ceremony was a token of remembrance for theses brave sons of India who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. The ceremony was attended by military personnel of Pune Station as well as Veterans of the Indian Army who participated in the operation in Indo Pak War 1971. During the ceremony tribute was paid to the gallant soldiers of Indo Pak War 1971 at the National War Memorial. A commemorative wreath was laid by Lieutenant General DS Ahuja, Chief of Staff, Southern Command on behalf of all ranks of Headquarters Southern Command. The silence observed by all present echoed skywards to the martyrs of this great nation as an appropriate tribute to their steely resolve to defend India at all costs.
The event concluded with an interaction by all attendees in the Museum lawns, adjacent to the National War Memorial.